by Nivedita Ramanujam | Mar 13, 2023 | Mental Health
When we think of obsessions, oftentimes we associate them with an idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on an individual’s mind. For instance, an individual with an obsession with cleanliness may constantly worry about germs, while an...
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Oct 19, 2022 | Mental Health
As we look back on World Mental Health Day last week (10th October 2022), it is important to acknowledge how many of us are affected by mental health – and how difficult it can be to access help. It is vital that we take the time to look after our mental health...
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Jun 13, 2022 | Hypnotherapy, Mental Health
Cold Water Immersion – particularly on the face – activates what is known as the Divers Reflex. This is commonly advised as a method for anxiety and stress relief, but how does it actually work? The Divers Reflex is particular to mammals and is an...
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Apr 6, 2022 | Mental Health, Trauma
When we think of flashbacks, oftentimes we imagine a specific event that has triggered an involuntary and often painful transport back in time. For example, a war veteran might hear a noise that reminds them of their time in combat, or an individual may see a...
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Feb 2, 2022 | Mental Health, Mindfulness and Meditation
Mindfulness is often defined as a practice that we see from a Western perspective, yet mindfulness has been enshrouded in Eastern cultural practices for centuries. Mindful living is explained within Sage Patanjali’s yoga sutras – scriptures that define the...
by Nivedita Ramanujam | Jan 21, 2022 | Mental Health
In our last blog, we covered the basics of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Individuals with ADHD have an incredible sense of creativity and compassion that can lighten the lives of those around them, and propel them to great heights of success. Alongside...
